14 luxury vacations for 2014

National Geographic Expeditions' Around the World by Private Jet

Dan Falk

The ultimate in luxury trips, spend 24 days on a private jet heading to the world's wonders on five continents, guided by National Geo experts and explorers. See iconic locations such as Easter Island (pictured), Machu Picchu, the Great Barrier Reef and the Serengeti Plain after arriving by jet (only 77 passengers) and checking into luxurious hotels. Book now for the 2015 departures for $72,950 per person (all 2014 departures have wait lists). Info: http://bit.ly/18vzupB

The ultimate in luxury trips, spend 24 days on a private jet heading to the world's wonders on five continents, guided by National Geo experts and explorers. See iconic locations such as Easter Island (pictured), Machu Picchu, the Great Barrier Reef and the Serengeti Plain after arriving by jet (only 77 passengers) and checking into luxurious hotels. Book now for the 2015 departures for $72,950 per person (all 2014 departures have wait lists). Info: http://bit.ly/18vzupB (Dan Falk)

Fiji is an excellent and underutilized tropical option for West Coasters, and its Yasawa Islands have all the ingredients: powdery beaches, warm water, teeming underwater life and activities for the restless. This resort is on its own island and has roomy beachfront villas with all the privacy and elegance required for romance. The resort allows children only at certain times, so you're alone with the sound of the waves (and the masseuse if you choose). Doubles from $855 per night, includes food and nonalcoholic beverages. Info: http://www.yasawa.com

Fiji is an excellent and underutilized tropical option for West Coasters, and its Yasawa Islands have all the ingredients: powdery beaches, warm water, teeming underwater life and activities for the restless. This resort is on its own island and has roomy beachfront villas with all the privacy and elegance required for romance. The resort allows children only at certain times, so you're alone with the sound of the waves (and the masseuse if you choose). Doubles from $855 per night, includes food and nonalcoholic beverages. Info: http://www.yasawa.com (Yasawa Island Resort & Spa, Fiji)